3 coloured cones set up along 23m and one on each sideline with balls on each. Coach shouts a colour for the free-hit to be taken or limited number of balls on each, attacking team decides. Defence attempts to carry over 23m
Circular movement to create space. Midfielders occupy and vacate space at the top of the D. One forward looks to pick up the ball at the top of the D and others looks for a deflection/post.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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A few weeks into the league season, poor first touches are costing teams the ball. Coach body shape, scanning and receiving on the move to keep possession.
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